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all specs seem rather good for SF2 as is actually, though older in current computer terms. similar or better than what i got back in 2012 with SF2 specifically in mind at time of purchase i have a newer rig for many things (other games as they get my interest, UDK, and several other things that i should get off my butt and use) but kept my old laptop this time around. only difference iirc is a i5 at around 2.5 - 2.8GHz . works awesome if nothing else is running (like having gimp or PS running while checking decals in game. handled everything well except low level over Iceland. though i mod (and fly when checking) on my xidax, my old pavilion is the simming/backup comp. if you must upgrade, might get a new card first, then eBay off you old one to help finance the next step. but another route might be to clean up the old system to a dedicated sim computer, and use the funds a new one for all other tasks (and light gaming when away). at least in my searches (wife wants a new comp soon) a functional computer is about the same as higher end gaming quality components. last note: in a discussion shortly after i got my new system, i believe it was mentioned that graphics card was best improvement. game is best suited for dual core iirc, and more memory does not equate to more power necessarily. dont remember the thread or who said (it was one of the oldttimers here though), just that it was around late September or early October.

just a friendly reminder.... NKAWTG!

reminds me of a movie where a character names his store "Going out of Business" because it was VERY good for business.....

interesting bit of what could have been, esp the pics. CAF team, might wanna take a peek https://theaviationist.com/2016/07/29/take-a-look-at-this-cool-drawing-of-the-northrop-low-altitude-penetrator-concept/

awesome info. i didnt recall getting names when i was looking it up. Kevin, should go without saying but if you wanna use my decals and save some work. have the serials for 4X-FP O, P, W, X,Y and Z in my set. as well as that logo and the white roof and blue stripe as one tga. meanwhile, this thread has gone too long without a screenshot. so, do you like apples?

in my opinion DLC purchase was to support continued PC development; most things are available here as download as well. Most here is better too, especially the skin packs (although i do prefer the TW F-4N over STORMs). given he does not work on PC anymore, i haven't looked at DLC in a long time question i would ask is do you want to support TW, or have cool toys? (answer hint: if you have the budget you can do both)

my readme lists IsraDecal 1:72 IDF B377 Stratofreighter decal set as a info source, cant find my copies of decal sheets or reference from that (it was released 2 years ago). I do still have the Classic Airliners book on the B377 series though that has some serial info on the IDF. as for the other work, that pretty cool. although then i'd need to update the Creek Party ANG tankers

unless your doing some model work i did a skin for this some time back better pic of teh skin and tga work

this thread needs some Boeings

needing longer version actually mate. KC-135 and 720 came at 136 ft long, 707-120 was 145 and later versions 152 ft. Sentry, JSTAR and the TACAMO plane (E-6B) are all between the 145 and 152 mark. if if there's a longer one cool. if not, can still do a reasonable job with the in house 707 (given a new set of clothes of course)

as some may have noticed, i've worked on the Sentry and am working on the Stratotankers, with an eye to do the 707 airliners as well the question (mainly aimed at the oldtimers) is are they all off of the same model, but with appropriate parts added on? or are the E-3 and E-8 a different model (with hopefully more appropriate fuselage cross section)? in researching, the available 707 is based on the 320 model, it is 16 ft longer than the KCs IRL. the closest fit to the KC-135 specs is the Boeing 720 at 136 ft long. the KC-135 fuselage is not really a good fit for any 707 as the fuselage was around 4 ft wider, yet the Sentry and JSTAR were built using 707-300 series airframes.

Skyviper, the USAF has announced that they will be short 2000 pilots for FY18. they are even considering calling pilots out of retirement to cover the shortfall (although into the desk jobs that take the younger guys out of the fight iirc). as for enlisted pilots, they are training enlisted aircrew for the drone programs. the pilots (drawn frm the Non Commissioned Officer ranks for the time being) still have to put in some hours in a T-1 trainer to get their wings, but will only be manned a console operationally. For the time being though i believe the wings are considered the same as what the officers earn. both are from the Air Force, they have the problems with the people and culture. Navy/Marines have problems funding spare parts... and as to my signature..... yup. two accounts banned. just took me til recently to post it. but volume 3 is being scripted right now

pretty damn funny imo, wondering how many Marine aviators are wondering why they didn't do it first! (while not restricted to them alone, it does seem the crayon munchers have a 75% stake in all Sharpie'd phallic images) sadly, even in a Republican administration the military in general and Navy extremely in particular take a dim view on anything remotely embarassing. i think that pilot will be working for the airlines soon. or maybe switch over to the Air Force (they are hurting for qualified bodies). hopefully the WSO doesn't into too much hot water as he couldn't really do too much about it.

as to the CD drive a functional one can be had on Amazon for around $15 (i think around 12 GBP your side of the pond). im sure you have stores like $5 Below (think you can figure out the price scheme) for a one off shot if you dont use cd drives to often. that or visit a friend and transfer to usb. the model might be workable within Gen2. I've traded some up before without too much difficulties. as to a new model, our 3d modeller population is kinda scarce, although this is right up the alley of a couple esp if the radome doesnt have to rotate. hell if its fake pilot i'll skin and ini edit the add on parts in. as to the Checksix pack... is that the french site? i came into the community end of 08 so i think ive heard of it but not too familiar. would be curious to see what all is in that pack if it includes an AWACS Herk!

indeed it has been awhile. good to see you checking in

as best as i understand (not having done it myself mind you) open your mods folders in Saved Games and open the options.ini once opened scroll down to the entries for mods. change filepath (highlighted) to what you want

and so begin the As.... this one was a PITA to get reference pics for. big thanks to the Plattsburgh AFB FB page!

E model done for 1990-1991. now on to the A models gotta fix up an old experimental aircraft too, while i'm working on 707 airframes of this era

well you could always do a third with nmf base and green tga'd on to select airframes. (ducks in anticipation of something thrown....)

how did you get so many different types on the ramp? most i usually see is two mandatory screenie

Same model that came out off site a couple of years ago? from the Gulf... Taz and Ms Taz. same plane. always do your homework kids!

since i dont see in the specs that it has to be factory fresh (and therefore new to you)... under 20 grand, blonde not included!

not me, i mess with the jumbos mostly now they're the Viper Teams, led by Dave. they just happened to show up (along with the DC-8s) when i was checking that latest batch of progress on the tankers. nothing new to report there, so heres a Big MAC and quarter pounder to hold you all over til updates

if it was my project what i would do upload the skin, and just the cockpit files, as well as aircraft.ini, data.ini and cockpit.ini all in the skins section. every ini needed to make it work credit the original modder with the pit, yourself with adjusting it to the Herc leave the lod and other files alone unless you are making some fakepilot adjustments. major change or copy for different years. when i did the Euro 1 for Dels original Herc years ago i ini edited the flare/chaff pods off the nose, and felt it signifigant enough at the time to release in the aircraft section. But when i did veltro2k's Starlifter and Galaxy, those just had skins and tgas so into the skin section. ABOVE ALL ELSE CREDIT THE WORK NOT YOUR OWN hope this was a little helpful, am sure someone else will weigh in as well

not a problem, but a kudo could not load a signature previously (keeping me off the pissed of Capun bandwagon). can do it since the upgrade. could have been my dumb self, but will attribute it to site improvement! (and the red signifies dual banned status!)